Team Overview 

At Equinix, we’re building the digital infrastructure that powers the world. The Experience Design (EXD) Team focuses on creating intuitive, scalable, and human-centered experiences that support our global business, customers, and partners. 

The UX Design Intern will join a cross-functional EXD team supporting Data Center Operations, helping uplevel internal technology experiences. This includes supporting efforts to move toward a more unified experience for operational and security users. 

As a UX Intern, you’ll work closely with experienced UX designers and collaborate with researchers, product managers, and engineers. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to enterprise UX design, user research, and prototyping within a complex, mission-critical environment. 

This role is ideal for students looking to build strong foundational UX skills while contributing to real-world systems used globally. 

What You Can Expect (Responsibilities & Tasks) 

• Support UX research, including usability testing and insight synthesis 

• Create wireframes, mockups, and basic prototypes 

• Assist with AI-assisted prototyping tools (e.g., Claude) 

• Contribute to improving internal platforms for Data Center Operations 

• Support work on the Jarvis Security Console and single-platform experience efforts 

• Assist with information architecture and design system consistency 

• Collaborate with UX designers and cross-functional partners 

• Participate in design reviews and prepare assets for handoff 

Why Join Equinix? 

We pride ourselves on our Global Internship Program, an immersive experience designed to kick-start your career and set you up for long-term success. 

You will: 

• Work on real business challenges 
  Contribute to projects that directly support Equinix’s global operations and technology platforms. 

• Be supported throughout your journey 
  Receive mentorship from your manager, UX subject matter experts, an assigned buddy, and a formal intern mentor. 

• Participate in curated learning experiences 
  Engage with senior leaders, participate in professional workshops, and build global connections. 

• Gain global recognition 
  Present your work through Equinix’s Global Ideas Competition (“Shark Tank”) to a worldwide audience. 

Who You Are (Requirements & Qualifications) 

Required 

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, in your penultimate year of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program 

• Majoring in User Experience Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Graphic Design, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field 

• Expected graduation between December 2026 – September 2027 

• Available to work full-time for the duration of the summer internship (June–August, depending on school schedule) 

• Foundational understanding of UX and user-centered design principles 

• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure, or similar 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills (business proficiency in English) 

• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment 

• Detail-oriented, curious, and eager to learn 

Preferred 

• Coursework or project experience in UX research or usability testing 

• Experience creating wireframes or prototypes for academic or personal projects 

• Exposure to complex or enterprise systems 

• Familiarity with design systems or component libraries 

• Interest or experience using AI-assisted design or prototyping tools 

• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS 

• Familiarity with analytics or user behavior tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Amplitude) 

How to Apply 

Please submit the following: 

• An up-to-date resume that includes:  

• Internship availability (start and end dates) 

• Expected graduation date 

Please apply only if you are available to work full-time for the entire duration of the internship program in the location posted.